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DX53 DZM

2004 Honda CBR125R

Black Petrol 125cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

19,613 mi
Last recorded19,613 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2025
Typical for 2004 Honda CBR125R13,325 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 DZM
MakeHonda
ModelCBR125R
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2025 19,613 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 19,561 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 18,793 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake fluid below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 17,817 miles

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 17,817 miles

Headlamp aim too high bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Handlebar deformed but serviceable (2.2.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 17,187 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Front Outer Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 16,525 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 14,351 miles

Rear Drive chain sprocket slightly worn (6.2.1e)

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.2.1e)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 11,296 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Offside Front indicator lamp mounting in poor condition

Fail 5 Sep 2015 11,296 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front indicator lamp mounting in poor condition

Pass 17 Sep 2014 10,047 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 8,273 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 11 Aug 2011 8,273 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake pedal has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort fall disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.2.B1e) DANGEROUS

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 8,273 miles

How Reliable is the Honda CBR125R?

Based on 34,845 MOT tests across 4,022 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
1,538
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
4,022
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 1,005
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 860
Drive chain excessively loose 752
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 531
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 509
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DX53 DZM is a 2004 Honda CBR125R in Black with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2004 Honda CBR125R models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 13,325 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda CBR125R fails its MOT is roller brake test indicates a binding brake, accounting for 1,005 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DX53 DZM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda CBR125R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Honda CBR125R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DX53 DZM registered?

DX53 DZM is a 2004 Honda CBR125R, first registered on 2 February 2004.

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